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Examining Politics and the Economy

Our work critically assesses issues such as regulatory capture, crony capitalism, and the various ways in which special interests subvert competition.

We provide platforms to support the work of faculty researchers and students. Our data-driven approach provides information to scholars, policymakers, and everyday citizens around the world.

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Working Papers

The Stigler Center’s working papers series represents the latest research at the intersection of policy, law, and economics.

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Explore Our Indexes

Our indexes put numbers into context, from the factors affecting Americans’ trust in the financial industry to the influence of political donations.

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PhD Dissertation Award

The Stigler Center offers awards for UChicago PhD students writing dissertations on the political, economic, and cultural obstacles to better working markets.